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[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
You will need a wifi adapter. Look for the wiki page for this unit, as it gives lots of details. You can find a link to it within the last few pages of this thread.

I know that the wifi and blue tooth dongles have to be ones made with certain chipsets to be compatible, so look through the posts for more information.

I'm still learning myself, so sorry for not having all of the facts you needed.

The forum, is not dead, just not super active, so give a few days for responses on occasion.

I just got OBD2 with the Torque app working on mine, thanks to the help of members of this forum, within the last couple of weeks, so read the posts to learn more about the units.

What version of android do you have on yours?? 2.3.? or 4.? If it is 2.3.? then this forum is for you, but if it is the newer version 4. whatever, then it is not what you need.
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Thank you so much! A few questions like whats OBD2 mean and how do i go about finding a dongle locally? What do they call it if i call my best buy? Really thanks a million for the reply hope u can help me out more. I am knew to all this but i got the MCU update to work just need the wifi. :good:
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
My Deck

I can't post a image of the one i think i got but here is some info.

Android 2.3.4

CMU 2.10.6-1-10-1

System 2.12.32

DVD 2.13.11

That's all i know, it didn't come with the dongle for wifi and need help on which i should buy. Please help, here are some stuff i have kind think i need from looking all over the forum, which is a great one!

Realtek RTL8192CU/RTL8188CU adapter from amazon and a OBD2 also from amazon?

Is this all i need? Am i missing something ? :crying:
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Found out it's a TH85816A, not trying anything fancy just want to know what parts i need to get wifi or online. Thanks
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

Anyone Around for help?
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
The OBD2 is for vehicle diagnostics, and you will have to use one of the modified ROMs found on the Wiki page to get it to work. Upgrading the firmware is insanely easy, just don't update the MCU file. (MCU is a separate file from the ROM)

I did it on mine and using a separate blue tooth dongle for it with the OBD2 adapter listed on the Wiki page I can now do diagnostics on my car from the stereo.

The built in blue tooth has limited functions and will not work for connecting anything other than a phone.

I can't tell you precisely which wifi adapter "will" work on these systems as mine has no name at all on it..

Read through the posts as I did and I am sure you will find mention of it somewhere, and at the same time you will learn quite a bit about what these stereos are capable of.
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Wifi

I really dont need all the other stuff, just want to know what wifi adapter i need to get wifi going. i have gone threw most all the pages with out finding out what kind i need. What kind do u have? thank you :good:
[Android Head-Units] tin2001:
Could be different to mine (I'm not sure what my model is - it was totally unlabeled and I never figured it out), but I've got a Realtek rtl8192cu based adapter... My firmware also has a kernel module called vt9271, which I think is for a VIA VNT9271.

If you want to be sure, download an APK for Android Terminal Emulator, get it on the unit by USB or SD and start poking around in old fashioned command line Linux. You can try running "lsmod" and see what it says because it looks like the USB WiFi modules are loaded all the time regardless of hardware present.
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Thanks

Thanks for the help, but i have one question what do i look for once i load that app (Terminal Emulator)? What do u use if you know?

(Edited)

With that app what do i need it for, i am dumb when it comes to this. Sorry for all the questions....
[Android Head-Units] tin2001:
So basically it's the same sort of thing as the command prompt in Windows (or DOS if you are old enough to remember that)... It's basic text commands. It's not anything to do with WiFi as such, but lets you ask the system things you normally can't.

If you install it and run it, type "lsmod" in and it should list all the currently running kernel modules (basically the same thing as drivers).
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Question

So what would i look for to help me find the right thing to connect to the internet, Also i don't have maps do i need wifi for that? :good: :good:
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

Going threw the forum i found a reply that said this me might work?

Mini USB 150Mbps 802.11n/g/b wifi Adapter Comfast WU720N

Anyone know if it will work on the - TH85816A :crying:
[Android Head-Units] tin2001:
Just went and looked at the wiki page for the OUKU type (as it's become known) and there's a TH8581GA... Any chance that 6 in your model number is actually a badly printed G?

If you really do have a TH8581GA, then it is probably using the same kernel as my unit. If so, the rtl8192cu should be supported. There's heaps of options for that chip on eBay, ranging from cheapo Chinese things to brand name devices of varying sorts.
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Thanks

Yeah i must have typed it wrong, so just getting one of this (rtl8192cu) will work? Do i need a firmware?

I typed rtl8192cu on Ebay and this is what i got

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0&_nkw=rtl8192cu&_sacat=0&_from=R40

Anyway u can take a pic of ur rtl8192cu and what others here in the USA can be used if u know. Also what am i missign for maps to navigate.. TY so much :good::good::good:
[Android Head-Units] 98ali:
need help please

hi for all

i have the same device and i updated it with files sent by the supplier (4.1) ver insted of 2.3.7.

after updating the device doesnt boot and the screen when poweing on turns white for a while and then back.

cant boot and cant enter update method by menu-volume method.

is there any way to get it back to 2.3.7 using pc, i have the files of 2.3.7 that worked previously on the device.

need your help please..
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

What kinda adapter do u have for the wifi?

Have you tried factory reset? Not a pro just saying GL to you..:D

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Is there any firmware that allows me to use a normal usb wireless adapter like netgear ones, just a thought :(
[Android Head-Units] 98ali:
my friend the whole device does not boot and turn on . its bricked
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
See if you can get it to accept one of the roms from this page.

http://xdaforums.com/wiki/OUKU_Unbranded

Our units only have 512 megs of ram and cannot support android 4.
[Android Head-Units] 98ali:
Problem is that the menu+volume method does not apply

I have the original working rom but problem is method to apply since menu+volume does not work.

Question if there is a pc to device flash tool or any other method.

In other words no boot screen to update from sd card.
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

Android Ver: 2.3.4

MCU Ver: 2.10.6 - 1 - 10 - 1

System: 2.12.32

TH8581GA

What wifi adapter can i buy to get my wifi working, I click to turn on wifi and stays on for 30 sec can't scan for wifi... Help
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

Anyone, Please let me know what adapter i need to get on wifi? Thanks:(
[Android Head-Units] G2k0:
Need some help with Google Calendar

UPDATE

Ok I've made some progress but it seems like I'm still missing something. I installed a 2.3.x version of the Calendar.apk.

Initially it would just crash. After looking around I installed the following apk's

AccountAndSync.apk

AccountAndSyncSettings.apk

CalendarProvider.apk

GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk

The Calendar app now opens but it seems that its missing something. Cant add any new events or sync it. Account & Sync of course crashes as well. I even replaced the GoogleServicesFramework.apk. No luck there. Anyone have ideas or thoughts?
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Firmware

Where can i get that firmware?
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Help

Anyone please help with what i need for the Th8581ga to get online...
[Android Head-Units] badf:
Hello, I miss the contacts and contacts sync app How can man put a call directly on the desktop?

greeting
[Android Head-Units] saneboy:
Are both of these Ouku units

Hi. I'm looking at buying an Android HU, preferably one that can be rooted.

I'm hoping someone can confirm that both of these units are Ouku:

I can't post links yet, but the two are ebay item number: 301178133396 and 261362607150.

There's a difference in price of about $65 Canadian. The specs look the same, though. Is there any reason to go with the higher priced unit?

Thanks,

S
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
Everything that I have read and heard says that the units running Android 4 from Ouko are not pure Android, but instead Android running on top of Windows Ce.

I may be wrong, but I chose the unit I now have based on that information. My Ouko runs Android 2.3 and it runs very well.

This is the one I bought.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/390631702822?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

And this Wiki page has custom roms and more data on the unit.

http://xdaforums.com/wiki/OUKU_Unbranded
[Android Head-Units] sciallo:
Those are two different variants of the AN-21 U They are indeed pure android, no win CE.

thread here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2528349

wiky here: http://xdaforums.com/wiki/Tonghai_Create_AN-21_U
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
Thanks for correcting me. That's why I said that I might be wrong
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Give up

Giving up on this forum as no one can answer anything, thanks to those that did answer my posts.

Anyone know of another ouku forum.
[Android Head-Units] sciallo:
Sorry I smiled,

Not sure why you're quoting me, I was pointing out to someone else they're on the wrong thread as they own a unit that's like mine. As I no longer own an OUKU, I'm probably not the best to try to answer your question.

The wiki for my unit lists compatible wifi dongles for it, but I can't tell you wether they would work on yours. Maybe once you find out (or someone with an OUKU) you could add to the list of compatible usb devices on the wiki for the OUKU

My first suggestion would be to spend some time combing through a search through this thread I know it's long, huge but that search thing on the top right that sais "search this thread" might help... I am sure it was explored in many ways before and I'm guessing that's why OUKU owners aren't answering because, well, their dongle works, they don't really know the answer and they don't feel like searching the thread for you (most people are using one that came with it and they don't know what brand it is, you'll need one with a specific chipset, once you know what chipset it will be no problem to search for one on ebay, once you receive it and install it you will forget what chipset and will not answer the next guy that asks (unless you stuck your findings on the wiki and you can just answer with a link to said wiki :)

Collaboration is what this is all about, this is not Tonghai Create's customer support :rolleyes:

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Wow, it's even worse than I thought, someone did do the research for you, spoon fed you the answer and you're giving up on getting help...

No, you can't go buy a netgear and make it work (unless you're really good at compiling modules for a kernel we have no sources for), no there is no guarrantee one of the ones you fount will work (though if they're not lying about the chipset it really should), it's a wooping $12 gamble shipping included!!!

Giving up on trying to help....
[Android Head-Units] JilesDokken:
Sorry for Quoting didn't mean too.

And i have put in the time reading all the posts in the thread that i could, so don't be saying spoon feed cuz u didn't post that and yeah i saw that list but still don't see what i need, that's my fault for not understanding it. So thanks for the help and yes give up helping you don't have to reply last i looked no one was or is holding a gun to ur head....
[Android Head-Units] glbarreto:
steering wheel

Kotix,

You already know the cause does not work the controls on the steering wheel in third-part music players?

If yes, is there any solution?

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
I just tore my stereo out to get to the wifi adapter that came with my Ouko.

The chipset is an RTL 8188CU.

Find any wifi adapter that uses that chipset, and it should work.

Ebay has one that can have a separate wifi antenna connected to it that I have already ordered, You can find small magnet mount wifi antenna's all over the web that will fit it.

You can even use one of the ALFA high powered wifi adapters, because they also use that same chipset., so they should also work.

I would have added it to Wiki page, but never edited one before, and don't want to screw it up.
[Android Head-Units] sciallo:
Very nice of you to do that, added to the Wiki.

Though if you see my quote above, someone already told him that a while back and he even posted a link to a bunch of adapters that use that chipset on ebay (and should all work).... :rolleyes:

Anyway, thanks, added to the Wiki for what it's worth...
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
I saw that, but it looked like he did not fully trust the response by his continuing to post for something that would work.
[Android Head-Units] jakejm79:
Finally got around to swapping the LEDs over to green to better match my cars dash lighting:
[Android Head-Units] Jayjay05:
Having trouble with non branded android radio

Could anyone help me out I have an unbranded android radio and when I hit the button to get into the android side it boots up and then by the third android logo it crashes and then starts to bot over again and never gets into the main android screen , ( home screen or any android menu) just keeps booting up . I tried to reset it there is a reset button on the front of the radio I hit that and it didn't reset anything just the radio part of it is there a hard reset or something or is there something I can do it doesn't also read the USB connection either please any help would be great I am very disappointed .
[Android Head-Units] marcogtt:
R: OUKU - Unbranded 6.2" 2 DIN Android Car Stereo Radio Head Unit

Hi everybody it seems like I can't find any valid link to eBay for this unit.

Can someone point me out to the right direction?

I'm finding a lot of 6.2 double din and it looks like they're similar....

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[Android Head-Units] lineyho:
The link below, is the seller that I bought mine from. It was strange because the Radio showed up in about 5 days. It was sealed by Amazon tape and the invoice inside said it came from lightinthebox, which is a large Chinese seller on the internet. It was not from hi5wholesaler direct from Hong Kong. I was able to root mine with the firmware on this forum. There are other people on this formum that have Radios that are different than mine who also rooted theirs with the same firmware. If you order one, I don't think there is anything guaranteed to be the same.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2Din-Car-DV...r_Audio_In_Dash_Receivers&hash=item5654178009
[Android Head-Units] kirill.lrnv:
Here is the link I bought mine from. I made an offer of $300, they accepted, unit came in 7 days, works grate, no issues found.
[Android Head-Units] Cool82:
If you have a radio with a capacitive screen, before firmware update, you must replace ” u-boot-skip.bin” with “u-boot-skip.bin.capacitive” (rename by removing .capacitive)

hello again....I've seen the custom firmware has the following files:

* 318a2e70-44bf-11e1-b1cf-000c29ba27c0

* system.img

* u-boot-skip.bin

* u-boot-skip.bin.capacitive

* uImage

* uramdisk.img

then I have to rename the file in the custom firmware before installing it on the radio?

Should leave the installation file. * .Rar * in the following way?:

* 318a2e70-44bf-11e1-b1cf-000c29ba27c0

* system.img

* u-boot-skip.bin

* u-boot-skip.bin

* uImage

* uramdisk.img

or the file I have to change the name is in the original firmware?

if the file is on the radio .... where is it?

if I did not change the name .... that can happen?

it could return to the original firmware? like it could return to the original firmware?

thanks for all...sorry for my english...
[Android Head-Units] urgodfather:
I have Pioneer speakers all the way around. 6.5" components in the front doors, 6.5" back doors, 4"x6" in the dash. The sound is GREAT. I did have to tweak the EQ just a little bit. I will be able to tell you more once I add the additional 6.5" on my rear hatch and the 12" sub. Those are custom fitted so I need a little time to build the box and panel. As of now, I'm still more than impressed from this chinese radio. I just got a 32 GB iphone 3gs that I'm going to use as an ipod. Havent sync'd it yet b/c I dont use itunes. Gotta let it build the library, couple TB's of music will take some time. Letting my Alienware do the work on that.

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Mine is resistive, so I'm not 100% on this... The .rar file has both uboot's in it.. one for resistive screens... and a second for capacitive. The total # of files you should have on your SD card should be 5!! Extract the files you need directly to the card. As far as renaming the u-boot... refer to the original post by Hal9k_.
[Android Head-Units] Cool82:
Thanks, anyway I'll wait Hal9k_ response to make things right.
[Android Head-Units] lineyho:
I copied the original files and saved them to another location on the sd card so I could always go back to the original setup. Then I replaced the removed files in the root directory with the new files. If you don't have a capacitive screen, don't include the capacitive file. Now start your update.
[Android Head-Units] kirill.lrnv:
urgodfather

Unzip the "2013.1.7.MCU+2.10.6-1-10-1+system+2.12.32+root+bt.zip" file first!!! Rename this file:"u-boot-skip.bin" as show on pictureView attachment 1820743. Copy those files to the root of SD card, flash the radio.
[Android Head-Units] Cool82:
Thanks to all, the picture is very clear.

I bought a radio with capacitive screen ... although I have to wait for shipping ... 15 days.

When I get it will install the custom firmware and will upload a video to youtube for you to see.

The custom firmware you want to put the logo on my car that is not included.

I'm from Spain .... I have a Seat Leon.

And also I have to buy the Bluetoooth and Cambus to use torque but not that bluetooth canbus and are 100% compatible with these radios and volkswaguen.

Seat Leon is like a Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit.
[Android Head-Units] koocheese:
Yup, sounds like you definitely are not getting constant +12v. Generally Red - Ignition & Yellow - Constant.
[Android Head-Units] marcogtt:
what about this?

http://www.ugsage.com/eng/DOUBLE-DI...l Car DVD Player（2013 New model!）-TD605A.html

they are selling shipped with dhl at 412usd.

brand should be xtrons
[Android Head-Units] greekstile:
Do an eBay search for "pure android car stereo". You should be able to buy one for around $300 shipped via auction or by making someone an offer.
[Android Head-Units] marcogtt:
thanks in the meantime but what you think about that device? is that the same ?

Edit: got no result with that query it seems like they're selling out very fast.

I'm not able to find the capacitive version aswell.

How do you find capacitive touch as a killer spec in the daily usage of the unit?

Is it necessary or just a surplus?

Resistive is that crappy when it come to navigate settings menu ( ie scrolling menus)
[Android Head-Units] DirtyT74:
If your iPhone hot spot name has any characters that are not letters or numbers, it won't connect...like apostrophes. Rename it in your phones general settings and try again. Worked great for me.

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You shouldn't need a SWC module. I tried one and it didn't work. Took it out and wired straight to car and it works great. Just figure out which wire to use in your car and hook it to the key -1 wire on the unit. Then in the settings, you can customize the controls to do whatever you want. It's great.

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Had anyone gotten the TV to work in the states? I got an analog antenna and hooked it up but I can't tune any channels. It scans from 45Mhz to 880Mhz but does not pick up any channels at all. Any ideas?
[Android Head-Units] greekstile:
There is no more analog TV signals in the US anymore. The FCC required all broadcasts be digital as of a few years ago.
[Android Head-Units] Jake Bullit:
Peter Chan removing DVD player

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDyE3idqDns&feature=youtube_gdata_player
[Android Head-Units] MGREX:
Quick question: is the screen resistive?
[Android Head-Units] marcogtt:
R: OUKU - Unbranded 6.2" 2 DIN Android Car Stereo Radio Head Unit

Yes looks like chinese are planning a capacitive version for the end of this month.

Some version are already available but branded and more expensive

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[Android Head-Units] Jake Bullit:
Like this one

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9Jz6IaasWw&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Sent from my HTC HD2
[Android Head-Units] jakejm79:
If you have to hit a button to get to the android section, you are in the wrong thread/forum, this thread is for the 'pure' android units that boot directly to android.
[Android Head-Units] QATX:
Torque Pro Update 1.8.32 vs 1.8.24

Not sure what changed but after Torque Pro updated to 1.8.32 a few weeks ago but it caused my head head unit not to see the USB ELM327 connected to the car. After some troubleshooting and figuring out how to revert back to 1.8.24 everything was back and working fine.
[Android Head-Units] ergatto:
Hi,

I've bought an HU for my Chevrolet Cruze from aliexpress (item N. 1586200196) "2din-Android-2-3-car-dvd-player-gps-recorder-For-Chevrolet-Cruze-with-GPS-Capacitive-screen" (sorry but I cannot post external link).

Info screen in attachment

The question is: is this HU compatible with OUKU Custom Rooted ROMs?

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] badf:
Push
[Android Head-Units] badf:
Hello, I could for the device's system software Android 4.1 aliexpress.com/snapshot/6035420221 get. Can I then upgrade to our device.

greeting
[Android Head-Units] mano154:
Hello please help, I tried to update my system using the files from here, I did this before and it worked. Today I tried to update again. but the screen went white with colored lines. , I have attached image. Thank you and please help.
[Android Head-Units] daggetlover:
Quick Bluetooth Lite Version and Auto Start

You guys have really done a nice job. Got my Ouku Android 2.3 rooted and running everything I need. I would like to know if there is a version of Quick Bluetooth Lite (or something else) that does not ask me to download the new and better version. I have the Quick Bluetooth Lite started on boot and it always requires human intervention. No human intervention desired.

Thanks.

Daggetlover
[Android Head-Units] badf:
Hello

I have now installed Igo Primo. I can not get a GPS fix, 7 satellites are available. Why might that be?
[Android Head-Units] morganfj:
GPS

I own 7" version whichhas same specs.. however can not find GARMIN or other GPS navigation on sd... can anyone help?

esponse Bandwidth AM: 522 KHz-1620 KHz;FM: 87.5 MHz-108 MHz

GPS Card Slot Micro SD Card

Support Map IGO, TOMTOM, Garmin, Sygic, Kudo